expats in Ghent: I need advice

Last activity 22 November 2009 by lapetite

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andyparanoiaMember21 October 2009 10:01:01

I am a dual-citizen (US/BEL) and I am considering moving back to Belgium. I lived there when I was younger, but my parents work took us to the states.

What should I do to prepare? How easy is it to find a job, apartment etc? Your advice would be so helpful. Thanks!

lapetiteNew member22 November 2009 21:57:46

Hi dear,

first of all do u speak French? or Dutch? its depends on what langauges u speak

if u speak all of them finding a job in Brussels would be easier however all depends on the sector u r working in...

if you dont speak non of this langauges ,just English moving to the Flamish region would make things easier for you.

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